2011 Junos: Justin Bieber Grabbed Two, Drake Received None

March 28, 2011 03:56:23 GMT

Bieber, who was a no-show, won over Michael Buble and Drake among others in the only category which winner is determined by fans' votes.

Justin Bieber grabbed his first-ever trophies at Juno Awards on Sunday, March 27 night in Toronto, Canada. He predictably won the Fan Choice Award, which is the only category determined by ordinary fans, and Pop Album of the Year for "My World 2.0".

Bieber failed to show up at the ceremony due to his tour in Europe. However, he did send a video message in which he said, "I want to thank everybody so much for believing in me. Most of all, I want to thank my mom for raising me in Canada. I want to thank my dad, I want to thank my little brother and sister, because, you know, they're so cute and just so lovable. I love everybody, my grandma and grandpa. You guys are amazing. Go Leafs go."

Bieber could have gone home with three but he lost to Neil Young in the category of Artist of the Year. The veteran rocker said on his acceptance speech, "Justin Bieber, what can you say? I mean, this guy's sensational. And the other artists are all wonderful. ...I was 16 one time. He's fantastic. He's got some moves, doesn't he?" Neil also won Adult Alternative Album of the Year.

However, Bieber and Neil were not the biggest winner of the night for Arcade Fire continued their Grammy triumph with four Juno statuettes. The group fronted by Win Butler grabbed Best group, Best Album for "The Suburbs", Best Songwriter for "Ready to Start," "We Used to Wait" and " Sprawl II" as well as non-televised Best Alternative Album.

The Sunday night gala also saw the induction of Shania Twain to the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. Meanwhile, Drake who hosted the show went home empty-handed despite coming with six nominations.